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Genoa Coach Gian Piero Gasperini refused to make comparisons between Mattia Perin and Gigi Buffon ahead of their Juventus clash.

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It will be a special occasion for Buffon, who marks his 500th appearance in a Bianconeri jersey, so Gasperini was asked if Perin was the ‘new Buffon.’

“I don’t want to make comparisons. Perin is a very strong player and I don’t know if he will go on to match Buffon,” Gasp said at a Press conference.

“I am happy that Buffon is making his 500th appearance against Genoa. I am also happy that after initial difficulties Perin is now a real protagonist in Serie A.

“It’s stimulating for anyone to play against Juve, Roma or Milan, as these are special games. They are opportunities that, if they go well, can become turning points for confidence.

“There will be the atmosphere of a big game at Marassi and we can take the initiative. We can adjust the system, as we must have the capacity to play differently and shake things up. It would be great to win this.”

Stefano Sturaro needs a fitness test, while Massimiliano Allegri has already confirmed Andrea Pirlo won’t start.

“Juventus can get a result with or without Pirlo, as it is never one player who makes a team win or lose. There will be someone else to take his place.

“Last season we attacked Juve from the start, then the performance got stronger as time went on, but we just lost. We’ll have to see what happens. We are ready in terms of mentality and doing better physically than last year.

“I really didn’t expect us to be doing so well in the table. I am so satisfied that when someone says Genoa play negatively, I can’t help but smile.”

Gasperini was asked about refereeing errors, having complained about controversial decisions in games against Sampdoria and Empoli.

“It is a very difficult job, being a referee. There are errors that you accept and some that you accept a bit less. We kept clean sheets regularly, then conceded several irregular goals.”

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